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Saeed M.
· Jul 14, 2025
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Clear tax rules

The summary of FATCA and CRS rules is clear and perfect for quick study. It helped me pass my GSO exam!

Response from CISI Academy

Thank you Saeed! We are delighted to hear that our course helped you pass.

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Mason D.
· Jul 18, 2025
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Clear pension rules

It covers pension rules and tax clearly. Very useful for advisers. Passed J05 on my first attempt!

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Dhari F.
· Jul 16, 2025
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Must-have for Kuwait banking

This course really helped me prepare for a career in Kuwait banking. The mock exams prepare you well for the actual test.

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Reem F.
· Jul 15, 2025
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Easy to understand

Saudi AML regulations are usually dry, but this course explains them in plain language. The official textbook is too dense, so this was a lifesaver.

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Faris A.
· Jul 15, 2025
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Clear ICWIM prep

The difference between objectives and constraints was made clear. Passed the ICWIM with confidence!

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Rayan B.
· Jul 14, 2025
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Great for trading roles

I work on a trading floor where this certification is required. The course content fits our daily operations perfectly and is easy to follow.

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Vijay R.
· Jul 13, 2025
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Passed CF8!

The explanations for lifetime mortgages and care funding rules are very clear. I passed my CF8 exam with an 82% score.

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Daisy F.
· Jul 13, 2025
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Clear whistleblowing rules

The sections on whistleblowing and PIDA rules are clear. These topics are tested frequently, and this course covers them well.

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Faris N.
· Jul 12, 2025
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Great value

This course is much cheaper than others and has higher quality study materials. The GSO practice question bank is huge.

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Ziyad O.
· Jul 9, 2025
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Great flashcards

The flashcards were perfect for memorizing yield calculations, coupon rates, and pricing formulas. They helped me pass!

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Ghalia A.
· Jul 8, 2025
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Kuwait disclosure rules

The Kuwait MTO and disclosure rules are explained very clearly. This course made it simple to understand the reporting thresholds for my job.

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Bandar S.
· Jul 5, 2025
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Passed first try

The CME-2B exam is difficult, but studying with this course for a month was all I needed. The video summaries are fantastic.

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Chloe L.
· Jul 5, 2025
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Passed my CFR exam!

Great content. The practice exams are the best way to study. I passed on my first try today!

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Leo M.
· Jul 3, 2025
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Accurate practice questions

The mock exams really prepare you for customer due diligence. The politically exposed persons (PEP) questions matched the real test perfectly.

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Waleed N.
· Jul 2, 2025
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Yield calcs made simple

I used to struggle with yield calculations, but the video guides explained them perfectly. I finally understand them and passed my CME-3A exam.

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Noura B.
· Jul 2, 2025
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Passed GSCMR!

Saudi market rules are tough, but focusing on the CMA timelines helped me get 85% on my first try!

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Haya J.
· Jul 2, 2025
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Helped my confidence

Seeing my practice scores improve on the dashboard gave me the confidence I needed. I passed my exam on the first try with no issues.

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Brian J.
· Jun 28, 2025
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Helpful practice tests

There are no video lessons, but the practice exams are highly accurate and helped me pass my test.

Response from CISI Academy

We appreciate the honest feedback. We're always working to improve the study experience — please reach out to support@cisi.academy if you need anything.

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Priya S.
· Jun 17, 2025
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Accurate for the exam

The shareholding rules were precise. The course focuses only on what is actually tested in the exam.

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Harpreet S.
· Jun 16, 2025
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Useful for CPD hours

I used this course for my CPD hours. The content is actually useful and interesting, which is rare for compliance.

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